| Player: Max Anderson | |||||||||||
| Org: Detroit Tigers | Highest Level: Triple A | Position(s): 3B/2B | |||||||||
| Height: 6′ | Weight: 215 lbs. | Bats: Right | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: Soft, reliable hands and a quick, efficient swing drive Anderson’s profile, giving him a bat-first foundation with enough defensive steadiness to stay on the dirt. He keeps his hands inside the ball well, showing the ability to inside-out pitches and maintain balance through his leg-kick load. The swing is short and direct with real bat speed, producing consistent line-drive contact and giving him the adjustability to cover both edges of the zone. Added lift in 2025 has helped turn more of that contact into pull-side impact, a meaningful shift for a hitter who once lived on the ground. At third base, Anderson shows the feel and coordination to make routine plays cleanly, with good hands and workable footwork. The range remains somewhat limited and the arm plays closer to average, but he competes on every ball and keeps the position playable. Those traits make third a better long-term fit than second, where lateral quickness is tested more often. The overall package points to an offense-led infielder with late-blooming traits and a path to everyday value if the trend toward greater lift and consistent impact continues. The bat-to-ball skill, quick swing, and growing confidence in driving the ball give him an upward trajectory, while the defense does just enough to keep the door open for a regular role if the offensive gains hold. | |||||||||||
Shaun Kernahan is the founder and lead writer of Three Quarter Slot, where he blends scouting precision with a storyteller’s eye for the human side of the game. Based in Parker, Colorado, he has covered baseball prospects at every level since 2013, delivering in-depth evaluations, draft analysis, and developmental insight. Over the years, he has built Three Quarter Slot into a trusted home for thoughtful prospect coverage, detailed scouting reports, and a grounded look at how talent evolves
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